(2) Robert Grenier (born August 4, 1941, in Minneapolis, Minnesota) is a contemporary American poet associated with the Language School.
Braindead
Robert Grenier Lyrics
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Same old story again
I haven't seen you in awhile
I haven't got many friends
But I know what I want
I might not get it today
And that is my own fault
It's why I say
Every day I'm one step closer
I don't know where I'm going
I hope I like it there
I wander without knowing
But I know what I want
I might not get it today
And that is my own fault
It's why I say
I'm braindead
Braindead
I must be out of my head x2
I'm braindead x4
The lyrics to Robert Grenier's song Braindead convey feelings of loneliness and uncertainty, as the singer lays alone and reflects on their lack of friends and lack of direction in life. The repetition of "I know what I want, I might not get it today, and that is my own fault" suggests a sense of self-awareness and personal responsibility for the singer's circumstances. They acknowledge their own role in their struggles, while also recognizing that they are working towards something - "every day I'm one step closer" - even if they don't know exactly where that path will lead.
The chorus, "I'm braindead" repeated multiple times, can be interpreted in different ways, but it seems to be a self-deprecating comment on the singer's own mental state. They may feel overwhelmed, confused, or simply stuck in a state of inertia, unable to move forward. By repeating the phrase, they emphasize the feeling of being mentally trapped or blocked.
Overall, the lyrics to Braindead are reflective and introspective, with a touch of humor in the repetition of the chorus. The singer seems to be grappling with some heavy emotions, but is also resilient and determined to keep moving forward despite their challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
Laying here by myself
I am currently alone, physically lying down and not doing anything else.
Same old story again
My current situation is very familiar and repetitive.
I haven't seen you in awhile
It has been a long time since I last saw you.
I haven't got many friends
I do not have a large number of people in my life that I consider friends.
But I know what I want
Despite my current circumstances, I have a clear understanding of what I desire.
I might not get it today
Achieving my desired outcome may not occur immediately and there may be some obstacles involved that I need to overcome.
And that is my own fault
I acknowledge and accept that any issues or hindrances I face are a result of my own choices and actions.
It's why I say
I am saying this to remind myself and others of my intentions and goals.
Every day I'm one step closer
Each day that passes, I am making progress towards achieving my goal.
I don't know where I'm going
Despite making progress, I am unsure of where exactly my goal will take me and what outcomes will result.
I hope I like it there
Even though I am uncertain of where my goal will lead me, I am hoping that the end result will be something that is enjoyable and fulfilling for me.
I wander without knowing
I am wandering and exploring various paths and options without fully knowing where they will lead me.
I'm braindead
I am feeling mentally fatigued and unable to fully process my thoughts and emotions.
Braindead
Reiterating my mental exhaustion.
I must be out of my head
I am feeling quite disoriented and disconnected from reality.
I'm braindead
Continuing to express my mental fatigue.
Contributed by Lincoln P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.